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20% Off Canvas Prints from Inhabit Living

Picture 1 Get 20% off super-cool canvas prints until the end of today from Inhabit Living!

Also, you'll get $1 shipping for orders over $50 and receive a free subscription to Dwell Magazine with every purchase.

Find out the promo code here.

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Stackable Dust Boxes

Picture 2 Not sure if "Dust Box" is the Japanese version of a wastepaper basket, but either way, I'm digging the geometric stylings of these pieces. See more here.

Via MocoLoco

Children's Tone Chairs

Tone chairs 1 Leif.designpark's children's tone chair is "specially designed to give kids a natural and positive surrounding by utilizing solid timber and environmentally friendly materials for that unmistakable sense of touch.

This site is not in English but has some really great looking chairs, I'd enjoy any of these in adult size.

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Impressive Relief Prints

Bryan Nash Gill I would love one of these prints from Bryan Nash Gill on the wall in my apartment. But with a price tag of $4,000 I might have to be satisfied with digital oogling for now. Amazing. The process looks pretty incredible as well: "Ink is rolled out and a piece of handcrafted washi paper is placed over the print block. Pressing little by little with his fingertips, Bryan imprints the texture of the wood on the surface of the paper. I love the idea that Bryan had to literally touch each tree-growth-ring in order to deposit its mark." As a side note Ashes and Milk is a great blog. Take the time to check out the various artist they highlight.

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Architects Bird Feeder

Birdfeeder Slightly too modern for our place, but an interesting twist if you're convinced that the birds in your neighborhood share the same great taste in modern design as you do! We've got a nice group of yellow finches visiting our garden pretty regularly, and I'm sure they would love this upgrade. This bird feeder has an incredibly clean design with only 8 parts that slide and lock together, no fasteners or tools required. Great design.

Image copyright The Architect’s Birdfeeder

Droppar Containers

Picture 7 I've been looking for some kitchen containers that look nice and are affordable. I found these at Ikea.

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Get Wired

Picture 1 the blog, design*sponge, featured these great wire storage items currently offered at West Elm. They are light and "airy" feeling and have a great vintage vibe. Check them out here.

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Garden Of The Gods

Picture 9 Fair Oak Workshops has a new WPA poster available and it is a beauty: "See America" Garden of the Gods joins the line-up of other travel and National Park-themed gicleé WPA reproduction posters available. See them all here.

Image via Fair Oak Workshops

Paper Pot

PaperPotFront_Web I love this little tissue/toilet paper holder! Check out all the colors offered here.

Image copyright Molla Space

Rule the Roost

Green_eglu_cube_intro There's a definite trend toward sustainability in recent years, and that includes keeping chickens. (Here in Portland, OR, coops seem to be in every other back yard.) Even Frank Lloyd Wright notes, "It is just as desirable to build a chicken house as it is to build a cathedral." This mod little keeper may not be up to FLW's standards, but it sure is cute!

Image copyright Omlet USA

Globe Pendant Light

P_a563_pip_WE09A082_SP09_081125141147_PIP_large I love the simplicity of this globe pendant light. It's available online at West Elm.

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Etsy Find: Floating Lily Hanging Mobile

Il_fullxfull.67263193 If you love origami and mobiles then you'll love the Floating Lily Mobile.

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Montecito Chair and Chaise on Sale

R_B Check out the great prices on the Montecito Chair (originally $1,499, now $799.99) and Chaise (originally $399, now $199.99) at Room & Board.

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Etsy Find: Butterfly Place Cards

Il_fullxfull.75562552 These are a great idea for entertaining. I can only imagine how cool an entire table would look with these Butterflies sitting on glasses. Check out the other shapes available.

If you're a do-it-yourselfer check out this Martha Stewart version.

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Mod Candle Lanterns

Picture 3 Check out these candles from Crate & Barrel with their mid century modern motif. Bonus, they are on sale for $6.95 each.

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Bucky Ball for Birds

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I just saw this listed on Daily Candy Everywhere of all places. I think it’s a must have addition to anyone’s collection of architectural birdhouses. It’s designed by Kelly Lamb and available online at Areaware.

photo via Areaware

American Modern Now Available

Picture 4 The Los Angeles-based Bauer Pottery Company is now offering the American Modern line of dinnerware originally designed by Russel Wright. There are 14 pieces available in 5 colors, including the iconic pitcher. Check out the line, pricing and how to order here.

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Etsy Find: Wordy Butterfly Mobile

Il_fullxfull.70331046 This sweet butterfly mobile is made from vintage dictionary pages and vintage french magazine pages and a recycled record jacket. Very Cool!

Image copyright Royal Buffet

How To Get Guggenheim LEGOs From The Taliesins

6a00d8341bf72a53ef011570b6e574970b-800wi Want to help save Taliesin West and Taliesin Spring Green? Here's some updated information on ordering the LEGO Guggenheim set from either place. Your purchase helps protect and restore each site. Find out more after the jump...

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Ephraim Pottery At Wright & Like 2009

Picture 2 One of the many things attendees of the Wright & Like: Madison Tour can look forward to this year is seeing the beautiful ceramic works of Ephraim Faience Pottery on display at the Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Unitarian Meeting House. Who knows, maybe they'll have some Organic Architecture-inspired pottery pieces there. Check out their website here.

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Bring The Outside In: Handmade Twig & Paper Lamps

Picture 1 Are you trying to find ways to "Bring The Outside In"? Then check out the very unique handmade paper lamps by etsy.com artisan wyldewoodpapers. I especially like the very organic shape and color found in the "Hestia" lamp shown at left. See more here.

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More Neutra Fonts

Picture 1 Neutraface is one of my all-time favorite fonts. So I was really stoked when I learned that House Industries has put together a new collection of Neutra fonts called Neutraface Slab. Check out the faces and the cool associated products here.

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PecanPals

Picture 1 Cute, urban, sustainable. In an attempt to get away from the toxic vinyl that usually comprise the collectible designer toy figures, Noferin has substituted wood instead to great (and adorable) results. Check out the PecanPals here.

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LEGOS In The Morning

Picture 1 The Frank Lloyd Wright LEGOs are making the rounds! Apparently they appeared on the Early Show on CBS. You can watch the segment here.

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Big Sale on Lamina Dinnerware

Lamina CB2 is having a big 60% off sale on dinnerware collections, including their hip "Lamina" pattern!

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Studio Skylight Tile By Motawi

1843Qsm If you missed seeing the Motawi Tileworks booth at the Wright Plus Housewalk this year, then you also missed seeing their beautiful new Oak Park Studio Skylight tile. Don't fret, it's widely available for purchase and will definitely make a beautiful addition to your home. Find out more about Motawi's Frank Lloyd Wright tiles here.

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June is National Iced Tea Month

Picture 1 Not only were Teco ceramics and Prairie Style Architecture revolutionary 100 years ago, but Iced Tea was invented around the same time at the 1904 St. Louis World Fair. Okay, it was really only popularized and commercialized then...but that is still revolutionary.

Enjoy a modern twist on an old classic with Tea Forte this month. Check out their June deals here.

BTW, June really is Iced Tea Month and not just the invention of marketing geniuses at Tea Forte! I had to check the validity of that myself.

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Ceramic Campy Planter by Perch

Picture 15 Urban Outfitters offers this cool little planter by Perch.

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Father's Day Gift Idea

Picture 5 Father's Day is coming up quick. If you want to get something for dear old Dad, then check out this offer at Fair Oak Workshops: for 1 week only they are offering 20% off their framed WPA National Park posters! Check it out here, but move fast--the sale ends Saturday June 6!

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Where To Get LEGO Guggenheim

Picture 4 To all of the readers who are wondering where they can get their new LEGO Guggenheim set, wonder no more! Follow this link to the Frank Lloyd Wright Preservation Trust's online catalog to get your set. You can build it with the satisfaction that you're money is also helping to preserve Wright's Oak Park Home & Studio and the Robie House! Get it here.

Image via ShopWright.org

A Toast To This Toaster

Picture 3 We christened our new Bodum Bistro Toaster this morning, which we received as a wedding gift. Not only is it sleek, shiny, beautiful and streamlined--it makes great toast, too! You can get one for your Mod kitchen here.

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Etsy Find: Plant Silhouette Pendant

Il_fullxfull.53790742 I love the pendants made by Noisy Bird Studio, especially the Plant Silhouette pendant photographed. And they are really affordable at only $7.95.

Image copyright Noisy Bird Studio

Coolest Grill Ever (Figuratively Speaking)

New4 Check out this portable "notebook" charcoal grill from Direct Designs. For a little more cash, it's also available in stainless steel. Slick! Peruse A&R's site for tons of other neat items.

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Origami Architecture Greeting Cards

Post Thanks to a heads-up here on PrairieMod, I stopped by the James A. Michener Art Museum in Doylestown, PA, to see Joyce Aysta's pop-up card of Frank Lloyd Wright's Pasadena "La Miniatura" house (along with a card of the gorgeous Conservatory of Flowers in San Francisco). Here are some photos of this delicate little treasure, a box of which can be purchased on Aysta's web site.

Etsy Find: Monster Knitting Pattern

Il_fullxfull.72455504 If you like to knit, this would be a  great baby shower gift. There are tons of cool patterns in the Danger Crafts store.

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Pyramid Planter from Sunscape

TP1 Sunscape is a Chicago-based manufacturer of pots, planters and garden accessories with an eye for clean, yet striking, modern design. They have a nice selection of items worth checking out. My favorite is the Pyramid Planter.

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Batucada Jewels on the Skin-"Drops" Necklace

Picture 14 My mom and dad bought me this really cool necklace. It's made from eco-plastic material that is so light and lays nicely on your neck. I highly recommend getting one of these.

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Wright LEGO Post is Lighting Up The Internet!

Picture 1 Wow! The new Frank Lloyd Wright Collection® LEGO sets that we broke the news on in a post has been spreading like wildfire across the Internet--even rapper Kanye West is a fan! Here's a very brief sample of some of the other blogs following the story:
Wired Magazine
Apartment Therapy
Design Boom
Archinect

Image via Kanye West blog

Cute Aprons

Picture 12 Need a cute fashionable and eco chic apron? Check out Callie Micks Apron Collection.

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CB2 Element Coffee Table

Picture 11 I love this table from CB2. It's funny in the description they talk about how the floating cantilever feel of the table reminds CB2 of Wright's Fallingwater.

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For The Birds

Picture 3 Spring means lots of flowers, warmer weather and singing birds. So how to attract them to sing in your yard? Check out this minimalist and modern bird feeder as one possible solution. Check it out here.

Image copyright etsy user joepapendick

Globe Trot In Style

Picture 2 Are you looking for a retro touch to add to your home while still maintaining a jet set identity? Then check out this über-classy silver globe by Henrik Tengler for Scanglobe and available at Rockett St. George. See more here.

Image via Switched On Set

Wedding Gift Idea From Tea Forte

Picture 3 Looking for a quick, yet thoughtful and tasteful wedding gift to give this season? Look no further than Tea Forte's Duet Gift Set.

More details here.

Image copyright Tea Forte

Raised Garden Box Kit

GARDEN_KIT-01 Have you always wanted your own backyard garden? Well check out the Raised Garden Box Kit.

Image copyright Scout Regalia

Frank Lloyd Wright LEGO Sets

Lego We got word today of the official announcement of the new line of licensed Frank Lloyd Wright LEGO sets! Created in conjunction with the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation, Brickstructures, Inc. and the LEGO Architecture brand, the first two sets in the series are The Guggenheim and Fallingwater. Read more after the jump...

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Etsy Find: Morning Glory Table Runner

Il_fullxfull.64441549 I love this silk-screened table runner from Appetite Home. Check out all their other silk-screened goodies.

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Etsy Find: Alphabetty

Picture 3 Looking for some cool font-related materials for your next craft project? Then check out this screen printed fabric called "alphabetty" by etsy seller summersville. The ink is water based and has been heat set and the fabric itself is an oatmeal cotton with natural slubs and flecks of cotton seed. I love the hand drawn nature of the design--would make some fantastic throw pillows! Check it out here.

Image copyright etsy user summersville

Etsy Find: 1920s Style Cloche Hat

Il_fullxfull.70112892 This 1920s style Cloche hat is extremely cute. It's so vintage modern.

Image copyright Bonnies Knitting

The Guggenheim Lights-Up Your Life

Picture 2 It's the year of the Guggenheim, so to get your Guggie fix, check out this very cool tribute lamp by Zita Watkin. Packaged flat, the website offers an instructional video to help you put it together. See more here.

Image via The Guggenheim Museum shop

Going Ga-Ga For AWA

Picture 1 Check out these fantastic Triangle/Square/Rhombus desk organizers and Hex sofa via the weblog Spoon & Tamago. Japanese designer nosigner is responsible for AWA, a series of furniture and products designed for the Tokushima Wood-Bamboo Workers Association. Inspired by crystal structures–very cool organic design! Check it out here.

Images copyright nosinger

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